Natural gas gets transportation traction in Pennsylvania
October 12, 2011
We have all have witnessed the extraordinary development of shale-derived natural gas in the U.S., and in particular on the East Coast where the Marcellus field stretches from Pennsylvania up to the Canadian border. Our national shale gas resources are now estimated at over 100 trillion standard cubic feet. It’s a real game changer for the energy market.
Pipelines, Not Wind or Solar, Will Ensure Greater Energy Independence
October 4, 2011
Rather than investments by the Department of Energy in wind and solar, it’s private projects such as pipelines that will make America more energy independent.
Young Billionaires Capitalize on New Consumer Norms
September 23, 2011
The Forbes 400 | www.forbes.com
Whether by design or luck, consumers’ need for safety and belonging appears to be the force behind some of America’s newest fortunes.
September 8, 2011
One year after Zale began its fourth (or is it fifth or sixth?) turnaround attempt since 2003, the company’s newest and least experienced management team seems headed for mediocrity at best, and failure at worst, as pricing decisions catch up with management. Managers cannot be held accountable for inflation, speculation, or underlying changes in the economy, but they are responsible for planning, pricing, assortments, inventory levels and positioning strategy.
The current transportation fuel dilemma
August 31, 2011
The private sector has the answers if they’re allowed to act.
August 31, 2011
The Rosneft deal is a big win for the oil giant.
June 17, 2011
ExxonMobil more than doubles Marcellus holdings | www.ogj.com
According to O&GJ Exxon acquired Phillips Resources Inc. and TWP, thus doubling their Marcellus shale position.
US Gas Resources can Revive The Economy
June 17, 2011
AGA principles urge responsible US gas resource development | www.ogj.com
AGA (American Gas Association) recommends responsible development of all US gas resources, in particular safe exploration, transportation and delivery of affordable NG to all customers.
June 17, 2011
Linc Energy to develop Alaska Umiat oil field | www.ogj.com
O&GJ reported today that Linc Energy Ltd, Brisbane Australia got a controlling interest in the Umiat oil field in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska. Umiat indicates a reserve of 1 billion bbl of original oil.
Shell plays in the Global GTL and LNG Markets
June 13, 2011
Qatar Petroleum, Shell ship first cargo of GTL gasoil from JV plant | Hydrocarbon Processing | June 2011 | www.hydrocarbonprocessing.com
Hydrocarbon Processing reported today that Shell is shipping the first GTL cargo from Qatar. A significant step.
Shale gas abundance provides new options for energy companies
February 13, 2012
Chesapeake Energy bites the natural gas bullet
January 25, 2012
Flurry of newbuild drilling rig deliveries in 2012 may dampen rig rates
January 20, 2012
Talisman joins the ranks of cautious E&P companies
January 12, 2012
Early signs of caution begin to cloud frontier exploration and production
January 4, 2012